In Defence Investment Plan preview, Britain bets big on drones, ‘hybrid’ navy
The Ministry of Defence has said the plan will pursue at least six "hybrid" warships designed to work with unmanned systems in the air and at sea.
UK eyes sixth-generation GCAP fighter contract signing in weeks
Italy, Japan and the UK are committed to the future fighter effort, with a timeframe of 2035 marked for entry into service.
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F-35B conducts flight test with British SPEAR mini-cruise missile
The first flight milestone comes four years later than originally planned, after an initial delay caused by technical troubles.
From destroyers to drones, how a Europe-led coalition aims to open the Strait of Hormuz
The initiative, led by the UK and France, would only begin once a ceasefire has been declared but could involve 40 nations.
‘Millions of drones’: What to expect from Turkey’s SAHA 2026 defense expo
"SAHA has evolved from a national showcase into a genuine global meeting point for the defense and aerospace industry, and the 2026 edition will reflect this maturity," one expert said.
BAE Systems trials low-cost counter drone solution for Eurofighter Typhoon
A BAE spokesperson told Breaking Defense that the air-to-surface test was internally funded, “as part of our commitment to invest in the advanced capabilities our customers require."
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Top German labor union, aerospace group call for FCAS pullout in another blow to program
The longer industry problems persist, the greater the risk of delay or outright breakup for the Franco-German-Spanish fighter program.
London’s Eurofighter sale to Turkey: A win for industry, a loss for strategy
Approving the sale of Eurofighters to Turkey may have had good optics. but it undermines NATO's collective security, argues Sinan Ciddi from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
Eurofighter CEO says Turkish order could serve as ‘wake-up call’ for additional exports
One major upside for the consortium, should the wave of additional contracts arrive, is that the volume of export aircraft on order would be greater than those signed by the Eurofighter home nations of Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK.
Turkey inks deal for 20 Eurofighter Typhoon jets
"This landmark agreement with Türkiye is a win for British workers, a win for our defence industry, and a win for NATO security," British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said.
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Polish fighter buy on hold for planning doc, but F-35 order won’t be cut: General
“F-35 is a very crucial platform for the Polish air power projection concept. I don't see any issues with that” contract going forward, said Maj. Gen. Cezary Wisniewski, deputy general commander of the Polish Armed Forces.
Turkey and UK edge closer to Eurofighter fighter jet deal after MoU signing
The momentum toward an order builds off Turkish Minister of National Defence, Yasar Güler initially revealing in 2023 that talks were underway to buy 40 aircraft.
UK reveals future fighter demonstrator design, advances GCAP tech de-risking
An artist rendering of the demonstrator, set to fly for the first time in 2027, showcases a design complete with a single cockpit, twin engine, canted twin tail and delta wing blueprint.
GCAP partners name Edgewing joint venture to deliver next generation fighter
The naming of the JV arrives 12 months after industry showcased a new concept of the future fighter designed around a conventional delta wing shape, giving increased wingspan compared to previous iterations.